2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
